1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 495 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | Clio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
